2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort 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 470 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. 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 1998 Ford Escort. 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 1998 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ford |
| Model | EB 218 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
