2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2005 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival 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 839 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Bugatti Veyron.

Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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 1026 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bugatti Veyron 2005 Kia Carnival
Make Bugatti Kia
Model Veyron Carnival
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 7993 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 987 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 1250 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 408 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 2.5 seconds 14.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1887 kg 2087 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2910 mm


 

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