2005 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A8 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
