2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar 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 142 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
