2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Subaru | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Impreza | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2659 mm |
