1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 18 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Lumina | Q3 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |