2002 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1996 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1996 Dodge Dakota. 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 118 | 1996 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bugatti | Dodge |
| Model | EB 118 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
