2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Lumina | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
