2011 Kia Soul vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 1 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 408 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Soul, 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Soul | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Soul | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
