2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 432 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
