2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. 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 95 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina 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 Chevrolet Uplander | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Uplander | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
