2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 5 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. Both 2007 Chevrolet Uplander and 2012 Toyota Avalon are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Uplander | Avalon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2819 mm |