2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 Infiniti G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Uplander | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4657 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |