2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Lumina | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |