2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1997 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 53 kg more than 1997 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1997 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Lumina | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
