2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Hyundai Tucson were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 543 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Tucson has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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.
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2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Uplander | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |