1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 7 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 43 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lumina | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
