2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Dacia Logan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,667 cc (6 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 343 kg more than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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 Dacia Logan, 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 (471 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Lumina | Logan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 471 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |