2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 3 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Lumina | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |