2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 510 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
