2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 930 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gallardo | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 562 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
