2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S

To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 766 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Town & Country 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
Make Chrysler Koenigsegg
Model Town & Country CC8S
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3785 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 215 HP 655 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 752 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 8.6:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1941 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4191 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1069 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2659 mm


 

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