2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 514 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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 CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | C | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
