2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Uplander | Defender |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
