2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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 326 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bugatti Veyron | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Veyron | CLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |