2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |