1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |