2006 Koenigsegg CCR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Koenigsegg CCR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Koenigsegg CCR would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 613 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (203 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Koenigsegg CCR has manual transmission. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Koenigsegg | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CCR | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 816 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 920 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 394 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4191 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1069 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2760 mm |
