2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 119 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Lumina | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |