1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Escape |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
