2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 5,667 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 702 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 (471 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lumina | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2895 mm |
