2003 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Lamborghini Gallardo 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Lamborghini Toyota
Model Gallardo Tacoma
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4961 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 79 L


 

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