2004 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 237 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2002 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 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Accord | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2659 mm |
