2003 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Murcielago | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
