2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Lumina | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
