2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 603 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
