2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 176 kg more than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2003 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2003 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Lumina | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
