2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2005 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) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Uplander | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |