1996 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Renault | Lamborghini |
| Model | Megane | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
