2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Titan. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Titan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Titan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 140 L |