1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 431 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |