2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet SSR and 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 662 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 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 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | SSR | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
