2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 528 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2004 Lexus GX 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, 2004 Lexus GX 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Lumina | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
