2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Lumina and 2005 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 185 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. 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 Kia Spectra, 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 (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Spectra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lumina | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
