2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
| Model | Veyron | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
