2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2009 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 227 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon.

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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Bugatti Veyron 2009 GMC Yukon
Make Bugatti GMC
Model Veyron Yukon
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6255 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 547 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2950 mm


 

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