2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible and 2007 Chevrolet Uplander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Convertible | 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Convertible | Uplander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |