2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Uplander and 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Fox has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Uplander | Fox |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |