2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Uplander and 2006 Ford Territory were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,983 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory 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 2006 Ford Territory. 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Territory |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
