2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Captiva | Lumina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2403 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |