2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Sable. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable. 2002 Mercury Sable 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. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Gallardo | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
