2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari 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 800 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. 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 912 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Bugatti | GMC |
Model | Veyron | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |