2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Quest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
