1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 446 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 98 L |
