2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Lumina | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |