2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lumina 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Lumina Legacy
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5667 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 171 HP
Torque 471 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1654 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2750 mm


 

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