2003 GMC Sonoma vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1066 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 417 kg more than 2003 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1310 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 2003 GMC Sonoma has manual transmission. 2003 GMC Sonoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sonoma | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | GMC | Bugatti |
| Model | Sonoma | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
