2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
