2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 145 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 661 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.

Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Lumina 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Lumina Touareg
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 95.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 2210 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 100 L


 

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