2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2004 Kia Optima

To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Optima 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 817 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. 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 2004 Kia Optima. 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) has 1005 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bugatti Veyron 2004 Kia Optima
Make Bugatti Kia
Model Veyron Optima
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 7993 cc 2671 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 987 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 1250 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1887 kg 1487 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 18 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 29 L/100km 11.8 L/100km


 

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