2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2740 mm |
