2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (276 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | RX-Evolv |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
