2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 945 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gallardo | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 560 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |