2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 320 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |