2008 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C8 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 6,191 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C8. 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 (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | C8 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 6191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 571 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
