2008 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. 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 355 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 2650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 560 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Murcielago | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6496 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Torque | 660 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
