2011 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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 (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bugatti Veyron | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
Model | Veyron | XJ |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 408 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 18 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 29 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |