2003 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Gallardo | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
