2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Lexus RX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus RX 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 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus RX weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2003 Lexus RX 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, 2003 Lexus RX 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus RX. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Lumina | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
