2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1994 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 217 kg more than 1994 Nissan President.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 1994 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Uplander | President |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3040 mm |
