2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 465 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 560 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300. 2004 Chrysler 300 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. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 300 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2659 mm |
