2012 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Citroen |
| Model | Gallardo | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 562 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4387 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1166 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
