2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
