2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra 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 792 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Bugatti Veyron.
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 897 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Bugatti | GMC |
Model | Veyron | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |