2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Sable 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 302 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 511 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercury Sable. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Gallardo | Sable |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 562 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
