1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lumina | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 62 L |
