2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lumina and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,667 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (471 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lumina 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model Lumina Gallardo
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5667 cc 4961 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 512 HP
Torque 471 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 215 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.7 seconds 3.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1613 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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