2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Uplander | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
