2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 447 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Citroen C3 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model C3 Gallardo
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1122 cc 5203 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 562 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 156 km/hour 325 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 17.3 seconds 4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1053 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 90 L