2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata 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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
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 (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Uplander | Sonata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |