2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2004 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
