2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS-V.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac STS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (511 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | STS-V | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
