2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 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 23 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Lumina | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
