2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Uplander | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
