2005 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens 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 527 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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 2005 Kia Carens. 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Carens | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
