2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,960 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 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 45 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | C | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
