2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 770 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | S | CCX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
