1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Lumina | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
