2007 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Focus | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
