1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 57 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
