2006 Ford E-250 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 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 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 761 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 667 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 862 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Ford | Bugatti |
| Model | E-250 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 29 L/100km |
