2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 223 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Lumina | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |