2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 45 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Uplander | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |