2008 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Bugatti EB 218
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 3 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 295 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2005 Bugatti EB 218 | |
| Make | Audi | Bugatti |
| Model | A3 | EB 218 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 18 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 545 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
