2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Veyron | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
