2009 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 461 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Murcielago Jetta
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6496 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 631 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 660 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 2060 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1458 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 18.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 29.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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