1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Lumina | CTS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |