2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage 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 418 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 713 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. 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 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bugatti | Kia |
| Model | EB 218 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2660 mm |
