1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Lumina | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
