2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Taurus X | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4386 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1165 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |