1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 376 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lumina | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
