2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 4,966 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | CLK | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4960 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
