2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 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 354 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 256 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Gallardo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 561 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 324 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
