2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 Uplander (298 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Uplander | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
