2004 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bugatti EB 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bugatti EB 118 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 614 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Bugatti EB 118 (651 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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2004 Bugatti EB 118 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bugatti | Volkswagen |
Model | EB 118 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |