2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 473 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Uplander | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
