2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 5 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-9, 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 (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Lumina | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |