2000 Audi S3 vs. 2003 Bugatti EB 118
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2000 Audi S3. 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | S3 | EB 118 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
