2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Lumina | Q7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |