2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Passat | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
