2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 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 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Lumina | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |