2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Koenigsegg CCR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Koenigsegg CCR would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 668 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CCR.
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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | C | CCR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 3.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
