2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 167 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 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (299 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
