2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 331 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Lamborghini Mercedes-Benz
Model Gallardo C
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4961 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 492 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 309 km/hour 231 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.2 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 65 L


 

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