2008 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A3 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
