2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (520 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.

Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 2012 Honda Civic
Make Lamborghini Honda
Model Gallardo Civic
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 520 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 511 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 26.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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