2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Volkswagen | Lamborghini |
Model | Passat | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |