2003 Buick Rainier vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 760 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier. 2003 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Rainier | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
