2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 464 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. 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, 2011 Ford Focus, 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |