2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 284 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 200 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70. 2008 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Gallardo | XC70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 8.3 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 | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |