2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (507 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 410 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 CLS. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Gallardo | CLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 562 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4917 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
