2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 296 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Xsara | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
