2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XK8 and 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8. 2007 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XK8 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 571 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 21.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
