2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Uplander | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
