1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 607 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Lumina | 607 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
