2007 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. 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 266 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 600 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 (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murcielago | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 571 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2250 kg |
| 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 Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
