2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 269 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.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Lumina | XF |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |