2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 416 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Toyota | Lamborghini |
| Model | Highlander | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
