2002 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bugatti EB 218 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 363 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 218 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Bugatti | Chevrolet |
| Model | EB 218 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2707 mm |
