2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 388 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 325 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sorento | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
