2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 996 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2659 mm |
