2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Mustang | CC8S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1989 mm |