2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Lumina | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
