2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Uplander | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |
