2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 879 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Lumina | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |