2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 42 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Uplander | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |