2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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 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 192 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 234 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 118 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |