2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador

To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Dodge Nitro 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
Make Dodge Lamborghini
Model Nitro Aventador
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3699 cc 6500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 700 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 689 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1135 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 90 L