2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
