2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |