1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (272 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lumina | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 272 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
