2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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 241 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Audi | Koenigsegg |
| Model | R8 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
