2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Lumina | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 279 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |