2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 222 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Uplander | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |