1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bugatti EB 218 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 403 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Nissan Xterra. 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Bugatti | Nissan |
| Model | EB 218 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
