2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (520 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gallardo | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
