2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Navara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Uplander | Navara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
