2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 513 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |