2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 6,195 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Astro | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
