2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Tahoe | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
