2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 173 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (189 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| 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 Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
