2011 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
Because 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Focus | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Focus | CC8S |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4445 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1722 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1488 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2614 mm | 2659 mm |
