1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |