2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 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 120 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5667 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
