1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2003 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lumina | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
