2003 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz C 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 514 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 345 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz C. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | C | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
