2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model Lacetti Gallardo
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1399 cc 4959 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 523 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 170 km/hour 315 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 3.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1245 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L


 

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