2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Kia Towner
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Towner would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lumina | Towner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1820 mm |
