2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 691 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago.
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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Touareg | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 670 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2057 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2664 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
