2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,253 cc (16 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40.
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, 2002 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti Veyron | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
Model | Veyron | S40 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |