2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobalt | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
