2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (492 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (242 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Gallardo | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
