2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Lumina | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |