2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bugatti Veyron 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 391 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 406. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Peugeot |
| Model | Veyron | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
