2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 417 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |