2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,960 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion. 2008 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Fusion | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
