2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 916 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 637 kg more than 2002 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
Model | Veyron | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |