2001 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 654 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Murcielago | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6192 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 563 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |