2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 140 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Lumina | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
