2008 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lamborghini |
| Model | G6 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
