2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | Veyron | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
