2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 330 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Silverado | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2670 mm |