2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 790 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 2007 Maserati GT. 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GT has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Uplander | GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |