2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lumina and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 771 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |