2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege 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 444 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. 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 2000 Mazda Protege. 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) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mazda |
| Model | EB 218 | Protege |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2680 mm |
