2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bugatti EB 218 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2003 Bugatti EB 218.
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 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
| Model | EB 218 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
