2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Yukon. (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Lumina | Yukon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 320 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |