2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Lumina and 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 Chevrolet Lumina (196 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 513 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Lumina | Stilo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1090 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |