2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 456 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 2009 Mazda 3. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Gallardo | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
