2011 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 905 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 817 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bugatti |
| Model | Kalos | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
