2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element 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 831 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 812 kg more than 2006 Honda Element. 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 2006 Honda Element. 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 1033 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element 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 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bugatti | Honda |
| Model | Veyron | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 29 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
