2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2010 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2010 Opel Insignia 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. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 2010 Opel Insignia
Make Lamborghini Opel
Model Gallardo Insignia
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2737 mm


 

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