2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 336 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Avalanche | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 29.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
