2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 812 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 27 kg more than 2007 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 790 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Bugatti | Dodge |
| Model | Veyron | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 408 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
