2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Uplander | Tundra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |