2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Lumina Jimny
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3565 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 16 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 40 L


 

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