2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 6 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 310 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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2003 Bugatti Veyron | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
Model | Veyron | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3001 mm |