2005 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (545 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (268 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Volvo |
| Model | EB 218 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 545 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
