2011 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2005 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Gallardo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 562 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4387 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1166 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
