2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 42 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Lumina | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
