2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 5,667 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 Lexus GS weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (471 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS. 2011 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Lumina | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
