2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 516 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Uplander | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
