2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 7 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Uplander | 650 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
