2007 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayman 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.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche Cayman 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Porsche Lamborghini
Model Cayman Gallardo
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 2686 cc 5204 cc
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 273 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 258 km/hour 325 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 3.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 90 L