2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Uplander 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Uplander Corvette
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 5969 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 543 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1755 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 68 L