2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Veyron | T5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
