2006 Saturn ION vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Saturn | Lamborghini |
Model | ION | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |