2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 375 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
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2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Uplander | Tucson |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |