1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon. 1998 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Falcon | CC8S |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |