2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Canyon | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
