2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara 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 Chevrolet Uplander | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Uplander | Guara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |