1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Lumina | C5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1694 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 |