2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model Silverado Gallardo
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5965 cc 4960 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 513 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 510 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2910 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 6510 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 2450 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 4250 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 80 L


 

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