2008 Pontiac Torrent vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Torrent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Torrent would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Torrent weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Torrent | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Torrent | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
