2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 352 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | TrailBlazer | Lumina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |