2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon.
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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Seat |
| Model | Gallardo | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 512 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
