2003 Koenigsegg CC8S vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 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 350 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Koenigsegg | Subaru |
Model | CC8S | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 655 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 752 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2624 mm |