2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 70 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
