2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 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 66 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 397 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
