2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Avalanche | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 90 L |
