2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
