2003 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 429 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Ford Kuga. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Murcielago | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
