2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Uplander | Maxx Cab |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
