2008 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
