2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 389 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Uplander | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 2271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 129 L |