1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 13 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V. 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 (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lumina | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
