2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Lumina 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 137 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 951 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Lumina | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |