2011 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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 (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1046 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1331 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 2011 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Bugatti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Veyron | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 1184 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 1500 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 29 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
