2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I 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 138 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 249 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, 2004 Infiniti I, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Infiniti I | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Lumina | I |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |