1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 543 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Lumina | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 85 L |