2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Uplander | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |