2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 426 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Gallardo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
