2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 8 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 193 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Uplander | XTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
