2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
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 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Lumina | Caddy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |