2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Silverado | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
