2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, both 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Gallardo Caddy
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4959 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 523 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 315 km/hour 166 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.8 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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