2002 Audi S3 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 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 (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 7 kg more than 2002 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi S3 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Audi Lamborghini
Model S3 Gallardo
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1779 cc 5204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 561 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 12.5:1
Top Speed 243 km/hour 324 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1423 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L


 

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