2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |