2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gallardo | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 512 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |