2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Uplander | Equator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 381 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
