2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 626 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
Model | Sorento | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 561 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 324 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |