2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 821 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Aerio has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Uplander | Aerio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |