2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 262 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Uplander | Antara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 297 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |