2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 95 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Chrysler Lamborghini
Model PT Cruiser Gallardo
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1994 cc 4961 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 512 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4150 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 190 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 3.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 90 L


 

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