2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 295 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 899 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gallardo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 512 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
