2003 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti EB 118 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 322 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 79 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bugatti EB 118 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
Model | EB 118 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6253 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |