2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 62 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 359 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Lumina 2011 Toyota Sienna
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Lumina Sienna
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5800 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 328 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1664 kg 2023 kg
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 76 L


 

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