2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bugatti Chiron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bugatti Chiron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chiron | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
