2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 362 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Citroen C3 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model C3 Gallardo
Year Released 2011 2013
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1398 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 562 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1123 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4386 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1184 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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