2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,190 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 438 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sorento | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
