2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2009 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 3 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX 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, 2009 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2009 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Uplander | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 93 L |
