2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 809 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 879 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bugatti Veyron | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
Model | Veyron | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 408 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.5 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |