2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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, both vehicles can yield 540 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gallardo | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 561 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
