2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1552 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Uplander | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |