1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 132 L |
