2000 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 Bugatti EB 218.
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, 2000 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bugatti EB 218 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
Model | EB 218 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |