2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uplander | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
