2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Avalanche | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
