2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 936 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
Model | 21 | Lumina |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |