2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1996 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 928 kg more than 1996 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will offer significantly more control. 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 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 1996 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercury |
| Model | EB 218 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2710 mm |
