2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Focus Murcielago
Year Released 2004 2009
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1599 cc 6496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 631 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 660 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2060 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption 4 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.2 L/100km 29.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 23.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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