2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 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 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Gallardo | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 562 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |