1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 4 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
