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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 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. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
