2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Uplander and 2008 Volkswagen GTI 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) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 864 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. 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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Uplander | GTI |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 326 Nm | 281 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |