2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 (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 596 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

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 Hyundai Accent, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lumina 2008 Hyundai Accent
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Lumina Accent
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5667 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 110 HP
Torque 471 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1654 kg 1058 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 45 L


 

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