2006 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 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 (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 762 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. 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 (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 959 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | BMW | Bugatti |
Model | X3 | Veyron |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 29 L/100km |