1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 174 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
