2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 545 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Kia | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Sportage | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2659 mm |
