2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 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 340 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70.
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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
| Model | Veyron | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
