2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 58 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Uplander | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
