2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina

To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.

Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac SRX 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model SRX Lumina
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 0 HP
Torque 427 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1782 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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