2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Lumina | SVX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
