2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1950 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Uplander | Today |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
