2005 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2005 Bugatti EB 218 and 2005 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 251 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bugatti EB 218 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 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, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bugatti EB 218 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
Model | EB 218 | XK8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 545 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |