2006 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2006 BMW 116 and 2006 Chevrolet Uplander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Because 2006 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 116 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
