2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 549 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Avalanche | Lumina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |