2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. 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 147 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (345 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 826 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Gallardo | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |