1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 836 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3940 mm |
