2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Lumina | i20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
