2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 94 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |