2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Five Hundred | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
