2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Uplander | 320 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
