2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus X. 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 (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X. 2009 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Taurus X | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
