2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 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 221 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
