2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
