2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Gallardo | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 560 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |