2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Lumina and 2005 Peugeot 607 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 607. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 607. 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 Peugeot 607, 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 (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 607. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Lumina | 607 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5799 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1635 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |