2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S

To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP) has 355 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1415 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Sierra 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
Make GMC Koenigsegg
Model Sierra CC8S
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5965 cc 4719 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 655 HP
Torque 488 Nm 752 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.6:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2590 kg 1175 kg
Vehicle Length 6030 mm 4191 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1989 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1069 mm
Wheelbase Size 3890 mm 2659 mm


 

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