2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 438 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Polo. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Gallardo | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4959 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 12.1 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 | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |