2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo 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 145 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 661 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Renault Twingo, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
