2005 Koenigsegg CCR vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Koenigsegg CCR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Koenigsegg CCR would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 615 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
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 CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Koenigsegg CCR has manual transmission. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CCR | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 816 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 920 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 394 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2720 mm |
