2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lumina | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
