2003 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 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 307 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 143 kg more than 2003 Bugatti EB 218.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 218 | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
| Model | EB 218 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2172 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3001 mm |
