2009 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 876 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Uplander | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
