2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-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 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 76 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 181 L |
