2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
