2008 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 458 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Skoda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Octavia | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
