2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra

To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 2009 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Lamborghini Diablo 2009 Nissan Xterra
Make Lamborghini Nissan
Model Diablo Xterra
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5992 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 582 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 640 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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