2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 870 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 313 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |
