2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti Veyron 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 377 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Veyron | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
