2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R 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 R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lumina | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
