1996 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 960 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Because 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 850 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Honda | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Accord | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
