2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
