2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 207 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Lumina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |