2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 95 L |
