2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Uplander and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 157 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uplander | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
