2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 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 337 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bugatti Veyron | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Bugatti | Ford |
Model | Veyron | Explorer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4007 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |