2007 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (420 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (552 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gallardo | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
