2009 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 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 511 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1278 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
Model | Murcielago | Defender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6496 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 660 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |