2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lumina | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
