2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Uplander | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
