2004 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Escape | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
