2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 312 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Uplander | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
