2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 667 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Uplander | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
