2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Lexus SC 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 (6 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 Lexus SC.
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 (471 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus SC. 2008 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Lumina | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
