2003 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (152 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Peugeot |
| Model | EB 118 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
