2004 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Uplander | Azera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
