2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 409 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Gallardo | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4959 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |