1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 16 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 628 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.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Commander. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Lumina | Commander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
