2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,960 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche Cayenne 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Porsche Lamborghini
Model Cayenne Gallardo
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3189 cc 4960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 513 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 214 km/hour 314 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 4.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.9 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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