2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Lamborghini |
Model | Passat | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4771 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |