2004 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 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 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (494 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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 (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Gallardo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
