2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 724 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X. 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 912 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus X | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Ford | Bugatti |
Model | Taurus X | Veyron |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 7993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 987 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 1250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 29 L/100km |