2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lumina and 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 511 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.

Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Lumina 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Lumina Pathfinder
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 234 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1654 kg 2165 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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