2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 803 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (299 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Uplander | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
