1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 7 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 91 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Condor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
