2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Lumina | XC90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |