2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Uplander 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 67 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 692 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Uplander | Tucson |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |