2005 Daihatsu Charade 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 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 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 Daihatsu Charade. 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daihatsu Charade 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Daihatsu Lamborghini
Model Charade Gallardo
Year Released 2005 2009
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 988 cc 5203 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 560 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1500 kg
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 90 L


 

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