2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gallardo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 561 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 324 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
