2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |