2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (555 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 187 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron has manual transmission. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Bugatti | Kia |
Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 555 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |