2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 772 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 Bugatti Veyron.
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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | BMW | Bugatti |
| Model | X5 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 29 L/100km |
