2006 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2006 BMW 740 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 BMW 740.
Because 2006 BMW 740 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 740. 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 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 740 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.
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2006 BMW 740 | 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 740 | Uplander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 95 L |