2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Uplander | Aerio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |