2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 162 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 690 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 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | G | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 340 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 100 L |
