2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
