2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Uplander | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 33 L |
