1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 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 111 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Avensis |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |