2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Kia | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Sportage | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
