2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Audi Q3

To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 4 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 116 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.

Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lumina 2012 Audi Q3
Make Chevrolet Audi
Model Lumina Q3
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3565 cc 1964 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1600 mm


 

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