2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 672 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Uplander | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
