2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Lumina | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
