2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 863 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
