2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 3 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 168 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Lumina | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
