2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2002 Bugatti EB 218 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 406 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | EB 218 | A |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |