2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 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 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 39 more horse power than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Lamborghini Lamborghini
Model Gallardo Gallardo
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4960 cc 5204 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 513 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 6500 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 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 314 km/hour 325 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.3 seconds 3.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 90 L


 

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