1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 13 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lumina | G |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 96 L |
