1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 15 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 582 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.
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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Lumina | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
