2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Uplander | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
