1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 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 297 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EB 218 | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |
