2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Jetta | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
