2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Sonata 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 753 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 441 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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 944 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Bugatti | Hyundai |
| Model | Veyron | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 29 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
