1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 16 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Rogue |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |