2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1994 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (116 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Voyager. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1994 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lumina | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
