2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Gallardo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
