2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. 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 396 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Gallardo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4959 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 195 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
