1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 183 kg more than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus. (221 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lumina | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
