2006 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,195 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
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, 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Murcielago | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6195 cc | 4171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |