2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | Spider | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |