2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra 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 278 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra. 2008 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
Model | Sierra | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
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 | 353 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |