2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
Model | Atom | Lumina |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2940 mm |