2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2008 Volvo XC90 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 327 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90. 2008 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Gallardo | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 512 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |