1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (221 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 68 L |
