2008 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura MDX would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Lumina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |