2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Lumina | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2340 mm |
