1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 69 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2960 mm |
