2000 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Cougar | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cougar | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
