2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY

To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 259 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.

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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY, 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 (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Lumina 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Lumina JOURNEY
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 97 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4888 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1693 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 78 L