2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 7 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 (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 257 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
