2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Uplander and 2006 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2006 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. 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 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Uplander | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
