2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 389 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Astro | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
