2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lumina | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
