2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 8 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Lumina | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
