1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 312 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
