2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 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 358 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bugatti Veyron | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Bugatti | Lotus |
Model | Veyron | Exige |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |