2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Chevrolet Lumina were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (328 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1664 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
