2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 75 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
