2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 93 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1503 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Uplander | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
