2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 437 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |