2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. 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 68 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1953 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
