2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 372 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Uplander | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
