2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 GMC Envoy

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Lumina and 2005 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Lumina 2005 GMC Envoy
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Lumina Envoy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5799 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 275 HP
Torque 460 Nm 373 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 2175 kg
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 95 L


 

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