2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 5 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 288 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Uplander | XTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
