2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 Kia Sedona, 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sedona 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 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lumina | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
