2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Charger 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 22 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Charger. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger 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, 2006 Dodge Charger 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Charger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
