1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Durango | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 571 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
