2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai XG 350 and 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 461 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2003 Hyundai XG 350, 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 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. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Hyundai | Koenigsegg |
| Model | XG 350 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
