2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Lumina | IS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |