1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 366 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Quest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3160 mm |
