2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | GL | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
