2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 118 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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 (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 325 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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |