2002 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 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 277 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.

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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Bugatti Veyron 2009 Toyota Highlander
Make Bugatti Toyota
Model Veyron Highlander
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 6253 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 547 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2800 mm


 

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