2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Lumina | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |