1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 12 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 39 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Lumina | Rodius |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |