1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bugatti Chiron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bugatti Chiron would be higher. At 6,250 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (444 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bugatti Chiron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chiron | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
