2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 363 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Mercury | Koenigsegg |
Model | Mountaineer | CC8S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2659 mm |