1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 66 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |
