1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 10 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 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lumina | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2960 mm |
