2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. 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 455 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2006 Dodge Stratus, 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Stratus | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2659 mm |
