2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 637 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | CLK | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
