1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 550 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Toyota | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Corolla | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2659 mm |
