2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
