2008 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 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 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (494 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 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 (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A6 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
