2009 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 403 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Lamborghini Mercedes-Benz
Model Murcielago SLK
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6496 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 631 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 660 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 18.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 29.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 23.5 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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