2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 731 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
