2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Chevrolet Lumina were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Lumina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1603 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 75 L |