2001 Renault Talisman vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Talisman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Talisman 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) has 581 more horse power than 2001 Renault Talisman. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Talisman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Talisman weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Talisman. (105 Nm). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Talisman. 2001 Renault Talisman has automatic transmission and 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Talisman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Talisman | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Renault | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Talisman | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 655 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2659 mm |
