2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 173 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gallardo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 561 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
