1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 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, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Lumina | C5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2178 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |