2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 6 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 372 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 138 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 218 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 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 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
