2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lumina and 2007 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
