2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Fiat 500

To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 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 234 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 614 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 2010 Fiat 500, 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Lumina 2010 Fiat 500
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Lumina 500
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5667 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1619 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.1 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 35 L


 

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