2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
