2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Uplander and 2008 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram 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 Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Uplander | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |