2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Suburban | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
