1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 10 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 705 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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.
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1998 Dodge Durango | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Durango | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 512 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |