2005 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 152 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Murcielago | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6192 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 563 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |