2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 308 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model Express Murcielago
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5999 cc 6496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 323 HP 631 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 507 Nm 660 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2060 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 21.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 100 L


 

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