2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 189 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Lumina | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |