2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Durango | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 561 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |