2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Maybach 57.
Because 2003 Maybach 57 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Maybach 57. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Uplander | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2220 mm |
