1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 24 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Lumina | Defender |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
