2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 94 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lumina | SLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
