1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 258 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | C3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
