2005 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (492 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Fiesta | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
