2003 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
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 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 238 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 229 kg more than 2003 Bugatti EB 118.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Bugatti EB 118. (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Bugatti EB 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 118 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
