2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 542 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Uplander | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
