1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 230 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |