2010 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
Model | Gallardo | Sonic |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 539 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |