2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 299 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Lumina | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
