2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey 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) has 454 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 794 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2003 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 2003 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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Mercury | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Monterey | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 655 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2659 mm |
