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.

Compare all specifications:

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


 

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