2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Venza. 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Uplander | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 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 Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |