2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace 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 815 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (172 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Bugatti Veyron.

Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 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 890 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Grand Espace 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 2008 Renault Grand Espace
Make Bugatti Renault
Model Veyron Grand Espace
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 7993 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 987 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 1250 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 16.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 408 km/hour 204 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 2.5 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1887 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2870 mm


 

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