2008 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
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 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 750 | Lumina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |