2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 833 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 388 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 850 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Veyron | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 408 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |