1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 440 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 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Lumina 1997 SsangYong Korando
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Lumina Korando
Year Released 1996 1997
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1850 mm


 

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