2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2003 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Saloon 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 465 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Saloon. 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 2003 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Bugatti | Proton |
| Model | Veyron | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
