2006 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A4 Lumina
Year Released 2006 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 89.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 56 L


 

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