2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Lumina | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |