2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2008 Pontiac G5 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 460 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. 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 (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lamborghini |
| Model | G5 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
