2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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 325 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Captiva | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5204 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
