2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Captiva | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
