2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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 (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 454 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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 (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
