2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lumina | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
