2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Uplander | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
