2007 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,196 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Murcielago | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6196 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 571 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 32.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |