2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 811 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1999 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Lumina | LX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
