2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 77 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1318 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Lumina | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |