1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Lumina | 607 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
