2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL 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 (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 671 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. 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, 1998 Acura EL, 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 (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1998 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Lumina | EL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2619 mm |
