2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Lumina | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
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 | 254 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |