2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S

To start off, both 2005 Daewoo Kalos and 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daewoo Kalos 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
Make Daewoo Koenigsegg
Model Kalos CC8S
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1397 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 655 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 752 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 176 km/hour 389 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 3.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1088 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4191 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1069 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2659 mm


 

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