2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 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 99 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Lumina | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2708 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
