2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.

Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Actyon.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Lumina 2008 SsangYong Actyon
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Lumina Actyon
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3565 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 18.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L


 

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