2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 6 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 201 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 357 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
