2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Honda FR-V

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Honda FR-V 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 184 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V.

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 Honda FR-V, 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 (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lumina 2008 Honda FR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Lumina FR-V
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 138 HP
Torque 531 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1586 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 58 L


 

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