2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C8 and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C8 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | C8 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |