2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 34 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
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 Trajet, 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 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Lumina | Trajet |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 171 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |