2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Volkswagen Lamborghini
Model Jetta Gallardo
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1982 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 562 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 540 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 92.8 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1307 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4386 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1184 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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