2004 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. (500 Nm). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gallardo | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4959 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
