I can't really speak for the other buggies,but the Violator is the ultimate bashmobile! I'm telling you this thing is seriously BRUTAL!! To top it off you can get one for about $420 shipped with almost everything you need. It is 8MM wider than most other buggies. This gives you more stability when thrashing about. The offset kingpin knuckels lets you turn alot harder and quicker. It also helps you "fly" the car when it is in the air ,but watch our it is a finness game. You can over turn it. The Violator is awsome for the jumps. My ramp sends this thing about 14 ft. high. Like I said in other posts, I bash the hell out of this buggy and I haven't broken one part yet. It is amazing! My buddies break stuff all of the time and they aren't nearly as harsh as I am. I may be just lucky, but I wouldn't have anything else.

Good luck with whatever you get!