2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 84 kg more than 2011 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Uplander | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |