1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. 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, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Toyota |
| Model | EB 218 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2450 mm |
