2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 124 kg more than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Uplander | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
