2001 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 7 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 303 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable.
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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Murcielago | Sable |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
