2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 2 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 413 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Gallardo | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 561 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 324 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
