1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 348 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Chevrolet Lumina 2006 Volkswagen Touran
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Lumina Touran
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1162 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 60 L


 

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