2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Lumina | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |