2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 569 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Uplander | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
