2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |