1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Interstar is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Interstar has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Interstar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Nissan Interstar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Interstar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |
