2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
