2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 279 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70. 2010 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Gallardo | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
