2002 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bugatti EB 118 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 375 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2002 Bugatti EB 118.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 118 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 118 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
