2003 Koenigsegg CC8S vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1476 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Expedition. 2012 Ford Expedition 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. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Koenigsegg | Ford |
Model | CC8S | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 655 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 752 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 3327 mm |