2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 364 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Lumina | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |