2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 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 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Titan.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5799 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 140 L |
