1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1998 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 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | E-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 132 L |