2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Dodge Prowler
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Prowler would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 664 kg more than 1999 Dodge Prowler.
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, 1999 Dodge Prowler (610 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Dodge Prowler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
