2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 714 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
Model | GL | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 340 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |