2000 Ford Contour vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 6,495 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 317 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Contour | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 6495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
