2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 320 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 213 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |