2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus 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 139 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 131 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |