2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 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 146 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Uplander | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 32 L |
