2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Uplander and 2008 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Uplander | Magnum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |