2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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) has 423 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 2012 Honda Civic. 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) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic 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. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 2012 Honda Civic
Make Lamborghini Honda
Model Gallardo Civic
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 561 HP 138 HP
Torque 540 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 324 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1460 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km


 

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