2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Jaguar XK 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 47 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Lumina | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 294 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |