2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Xsara | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
