2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 452 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gallardo | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 560 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |