2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, both 2008 Buick Enclave and 2008 Chevrolet Lumina were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Lumina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |