2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey 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 457 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 836 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 Mercury Monterey, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S has manual transmission. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Mercury | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Monterey | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2659 mm |
