2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata E would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 203 kg more than 1997 Tata E. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1997 Tata E has manual transmission. 1997 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Lumina | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
