2004 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago and 2004 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,195 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago (580 HP) has 439 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 402 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn ION. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago (637 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2004 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Saturn |
| Model | Murcielago | ION |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6195 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
