2004 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gallardo | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4959 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
