2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 383 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron weights approximately 859 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron 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, 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti EB 18-4 Veyron | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 18-4 Veyron | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
