2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Escalade | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2659 mm |
