2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 490 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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 2013 Honda Insight. 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 (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 2013 Honda Insight
Make Lamborghini Honda
Model Gallardo Insight
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4961 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 513 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.8 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 40 L


 

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