2009 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Suzuki |
| Model | Murcielago | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 660 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
