2005 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bugatti EB 218. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bugatti EB 218 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 407 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 984 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. 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 2010 Kia Soul. 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 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Bugatti | Kia |
| Model | EB 218 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 545 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |
