2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 56 L |
