2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 305 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 2006 Volkswagen Passat
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Gallardo Passat
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 3168 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 325 km/hour 238 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.7 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.7 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 68 L


 

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