2004 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,254 cc (18 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti EB 218 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Bugatti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | EB 218 | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6254 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
