2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 364 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 250 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayman | 2005 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Porsche | Koenigsegg |
Model | Cayman | CC8S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3385 cc | 4719 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 389 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2659 mm |