2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 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 413 more horse power than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 587 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue, 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Park Avenue. 2005 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Buick | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Park Avenue | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |
