2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 787 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Lumina | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |