2005 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart Roadster. 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 (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Smart | Lamborghini |
| Model | Roadster | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
