2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Captiva | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
