1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 14 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 84 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Lumina | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 164 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |