1997 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 182 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Serena |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
