2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 @ 8000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Gallardo | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 561 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 324 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |