Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 121.2 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 204.4 in | 202.5 in | 1.9 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 76.9 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 72.1 in | 68.9 in | 3.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4470 lb. | 4494 lb. | -24 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 20.5 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.2 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 63.0 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.6 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 39.2 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 64.7 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.6 in | 0.0 in | 61.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.3 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.2 in | 37.9 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 62.0 in | -13.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 31.8 in | 4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 6.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 83.0 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 140.6 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
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