2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Lumina and 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1630 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |