2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 496 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lumina | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2160 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
