2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 751 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
