2004 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Lamborghini Gallardo 2009 Toyota Tacoma
Make Lamborghini Toyota
Model Gallardo Tacoma
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4959 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 244 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 26.1 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 21.4 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 79 L


 

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