2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2010 Kia Soul

To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 2 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 401 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. 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 2010 Kia Soul. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 2010 Kia Soul
Make Lamborghini Kia
Model Gallardo Soul
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4959 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 523 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1161 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 48 L


 

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