2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 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 156 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 368 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2032 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
