2008 Honda Element vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Element | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
