1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Citroen C6
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 14 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, 2007 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 455 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, 2007 Citroen C6 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | C6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
